Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre

10 Victoria Court, New Street, Chelmsford CM1 1GP
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  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre, Chelmsford
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Chelmsford is rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023) and provides high-quality Early Years care in a vibrant, city-centre setting.

Located just five minutes from the train station, they offer five ground-floor rooms, a sensory room, cosy library, and a large outdoor area with a covered classroom for free-flow access. Their long-standing, supportive team build strong partnerships with families and tailor learning experiences to each child’s individual journey. Their curriculum blends the Curiosity Approach, Hygge, and Loose Parts Play, alongside their unique education programmes including Make & Bake, Move & Groove, and Sing & Sign.

Families are kept updated through the Famly App, and community outings, stay and play sessions, and fun events bring the nursery community together. They take pride in providing a welcoming, inclusive space where children feel valued, confident and ready for school.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Anna Yeates (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 40

Total Places for Children

  • 94

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:30
    Tuesday 07:00-18:30
    Wednesday 07:00-18:30
    Thursday 07:00-18:30
    Friday 07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre Reviews (120)

9.9

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.864) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre has 120 reviews.

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Review from Rosee C (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had three children go all the way through Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre and honestly I can say, it is the most wonderful, nurturing place for my children to grow and learn. Nothing is ever too much trouble for any of the staff, they treat each child as an individual and cater
to each one's differing needs. Even during the pandemic the nursery remained the backbone of the community for all the children and managed to keep things safe, consistent and above all, normal for the children which made a horrific time for us all, a little easier to bear. The nursery is always clean, well maintained and presentable and looks like somewhere a child would love to spend their days. Every staff member is welcoming, friendly and incredibly knowledgeable and they know all the children by name which shows dedication and passion for the job itself. I could not wish for a better suited home from home for my children and cannot thank the manager and her team enough for the efforts they make every day.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed on to the nursery management team.
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Review from K F (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter settled into nursery quicker and easier than we'd ever hoped, she loved it from day one. All of the staff are friendly, supportive, and invested in the children and they all know everyone's names! The environment and activities are really good, including a great outside space that they
regularly play in. We're all completely happy with our choice and look forward to moving through the different rooms over the next few years.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
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Review from A O (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy is attending this lovely nursery. Friendly staff, very supportive every time, brilliant with the children.
When my biggest son attended the nursery for the first time was just 9 months old and now he is in preschool and he is very happy, was making friends and sometimes when we are off/on
holidays he's asking if we go to nursery.
I was scared about his communication skills as a bilingual family but within months of being there, he came right out of his shell and was talking in no time.
They also have morning/afternoon opening hours 07:00- 18:00, which was perfect for us.
They also have special days and events for the children Mother’s and Father's Day, World Book day, costumes days and lots of activities.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
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Review from B W (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has always loved going to Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre and I could not recommend the nursery more. She likes the activities, her friends and especially the staff there. We feel like she has really developed since going.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed on to the nursery management team.
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love this nursery. My little boy has been going there since he was nine months old and we have only good things to say. All the staff are so kind and helpful with any questions I have and are always happy to help.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
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Review from Joe H (Father of Child) published on 2 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended since 2018 and our experience has been exceptional. It’s an outstanding provider because every person at the nursery plays a part in helping the children to develop and flourish. Only the best care is good enough and every carer takes personal pride in making sure my daughter
has the best learning experiences. Learning through play is the order of the day. Everything my daughter learns is logged and fed back. If something isn’t right with my daughter on a particular day they contact me immediately and discuss. Her happiness is their priority. The nursery felt quite big when we visited but that changed quickly as staff made us feel very welcome and my daughter took ownership and pride in the space. My daughter took us on a tour of the facilities (pre-COVID) and showed us all the rooms. This was during a brilliant “stay and play” event. At pre-school my daughter loved spending time with her friends and carers and asked to attend an extra day per week.
Reply from Caron Moseley, Marketing at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Dear Joe, thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It is very much appreciated.
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Review from Elizaveta K (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one has already been going to this nursery for more than a year, and I can't be happier. She screams "YAAAY!" when I tell her she is going to the nursery in the morning and she had been constantly asking about her key person when we had to self-isolate because of COVID. I think that's the
most important sign for me.
The staff are always happy to answer your question over the phone or in person. They do a lot of stuff with children — mine gained a lot of new skills in the nursery, she can already count to 6 (she is 28 months).
So, I highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Graham L (Father of Child) published on 19 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been so impressed by the way that our son has been welcomed into the nursery environment; within only a couple of weeks, his confidence has already blossomed and he really looks forward to his nursery days. This is a credit to the friendliness and care of all the staff!
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Review from Sean Z (Father of Child) published on 19 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has enjoyed coming to your nursery since she joined. She settled in quickly with the support of staff and she loves her teachers and her friends. We are so happy with the service provided by the nursery.
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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff.
My son hasn't been away from us since he was born so I was very nervous when I had to drop him off, as I had to hand him over at the door.
They are super professional and kind and they took/take the time for him and me.
He still doesn't like the handover but he's reaching out
to them which he doesn't do to anybody!
For me, this means that they are taking very good care of my son.
Whenever I pick him up, they take the time to explain how his day was and what he has been doing which I very much appreciate.
Overall, I'm really satisfied!
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Review from Dave G (Father of Child) published on 18 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our children love Kiddi Caru Chelmsford. They go in and come back with big smiles. The structure and support from the nursery is really great. They have managed the very challenging circumstances of the past 12 months really well and fill us with confidence that they are managing a safe environment
for our family.
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Review from Katherine (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have just finished a six-year journey with Kiddi Caru Chelmsford, who've looked after both our children in that time. They absolutely loved their time there. The staff are committed and clearly care for the children.
The nursery itself has good facilities, including a great little playground which
they loved to ride around on their bikes. Both have come away from Kiddi Caru as independent, sociable children well ready to start school.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
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Review from Hayley E (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot praise the staff at this nursery enough! My daughter joined in February just before her 1st birthday and settled in quickly and loves so many of the staff already. Her development has been amazing even through the pandemic where she was still attending. The staff have worked tirelessly and
proven that their ability to keep our children safe at such an uncertain time is possible with the right amount of care! They have adapted well to the changes this pandemic has forced on them.
Every staff member I have spoken to has been friendly and taken an active interest in my child even the ones from different groups and admin teams.
The nursery itself has a sensory room and an excellent range of activities. My little girl comes home with a full tummy and a lot to say. Her days are always varied and I get a full lowdown of her day when I pick her up. I trust the staff completely and think they do an amazing job!
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Review from Nora C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My second son started there in September last year, and he loves going to nursery. The staff are wonderful, warm and caring, with a great attitude, they created a nurturing atmosphere, and you can tell that our little ones are well looked after. It was the perfect introduction for my son to the nursery
setting, for which I am very grateful.
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Review from Nicola (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely LOVE Kiddi Caru Chelmsford. My son went there for 4 years before starting school and he really loved his time there and my twins girls have been going for 2.5 years and also love going. The staff are amazing and so good with all the children and they do such amazing work with the children
to develop them and get them ready for school. They have always been so accommodating if I needed extra child care and because my children love it so much, there was never any guilt about them being in child care an extra day cause they loved it!
I would recommend Kiddi Caru Chelmsford to anyone looking for a nursery. My girls start school in September and I am going to miss Kiddi Caru so much.
Thank you for the amazing care, love and fun you have all provided to my children over the last 5.5 years. You are all amazing!
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Review from Zara H (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery attended by both of my children. Staff are friendly and attentive and have bonded really well with my daughter.
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Review from Robert R (Father of Child) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery and the staff are excellent and do everything to make the kids day fun and safe and always take pride in their work.
The nursery has good facilities and works well within its city centre location. The nursery has a strong leader that runs the nursery and this leadership filters well into
the rooms and staff.
The staff retention levels are high having had a child at the nursery across the last 4 years this helps with the friendly atmosphere and high standards they maintain.
It is not the cheapest nursery but the location and quality of care are probably the best in local area and worth paying for.
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Review from G S (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Cary Chelmsford is a kind, warm and caring learning environment. They are great at getting to know the children they care for and are genuinely interested in those they care for. It’s a wonderful feeling having a child so eager to go to nursery to learn and play because of the people that work
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Review from Jiri D (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly stuff. This nursery has every different program for kids. My daughter loves it, that’s important for me.
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Review from Dan J (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery is well run with friendly and helpful staff. Since my daughters joined they have both settled in well and developed a great rapport with the staff.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.864)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.864) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.864 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre is calculated as follows: ( (200 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 228 Ratings = 4.864
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 94 number of registered child places is 18.8, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Anna

Anna

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Anna received her first Ofsted Outstanding Judgement whilst working with Kiddi Caru and is dedicated to providing that outstanding service to the children and families in her care, everyday.

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